1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stanza | ML |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2916 mm |
